B78/100
GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,280 people · North Dakota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ND3601424
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 4.79 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2001.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT
Is GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2001. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT serve?
GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 5,280 people, North Dakota.
What type of water does GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT provide?
GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ND3601424.
How does GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in North Dakota?
GREATER RAMSEY WATER DISTRICT scores 78/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our North Dakota state page for a full comparison of water systems.